Senior care in Delaware.
From Wilmington to Rehoboth Beach, we recommend home care agencies near you. Free for families.
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Serves 19801
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Home care across Delaware.
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In Delaware, personal assistance services agencies that send aides for personal care, companion and homemaker help at home must be licensed by the Division of Health Care Quality.
Ways to pay in Delaware.
Private pay
Most families pay the provider directly. You agree on hours and rates before care starts.
Long term care insurance
Many policies cover in home care or assisted living after a waiting period.
VA benefits
Veterans and surviving spouses may qualify for Aid and Attendance or VA home care programs.
Medicaid
Your state’s Medicaid program may pay for some care at home for people who qualify.
Diamond State Health Plan Plus (DSHP Plus)
DSHP Plus is Delaware Medicaid’s long-term care program for residents who are older or physically disabled. It may pay for personal care, respite, adult day services, home-delivered meals and emergency response systems so people can stay at home. Call the Delaware Aging and Disability Resource Center at 800-223-9074 to talk through options, or apply for Medicaid online through ASSIST at assist.dhss.delaware.gov.
All ways to payYour first consultation with the agency is free, and so is our help finding it. Tell us what you need in Delaware and the agency reaches out to set it up.
Get my free consultationFree help in Delaware.
These services are free, whether or not you use Hailo Care.
Delaware Aging and Disability Resource Center
Free statewide information, options counseling and case management for older adults, adults with disabilities and caregivers, run by the state aging division.
800-223-9074Division of Health Care Quality Complaint Hotline
State line for complaints about licensed home health agencies, personal assistance services agencies, nursing homes and assisted living. Staffed weekdays.
877-453-0012Delaware Adult Protective Services
State line to report suspected abuse, neglect or financial exploitation of a vulnerable adult.
888-277-4302Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline
Free, confidential help for people living with dementia and their families, any time of day.
800-272-3900Do home care agencies need a license in Delaware?
Yes. In Delaware, personal assistance services agencies that send aides for personal care, companion and homemaker help at home must be licensed by the Division of Health Care Quality.
Does Delaware Medicaid pay for home care?
It can. DSHP Plus is Delaware Medicaid’s long-term care program for residents who are older or physically disabled. It may pay for personal care, respite, adult day services, home-delivered meals and emergency response systems so people can stay at home. Call the Delaware Aging and Disability Resource Center at 800-223-9074 to talk through options, or apply for Medicaid online through ASSIST at assist.dhss.delaware.gov.
How much does home care cost in Delaware?
It depends on the type of care, the hours and where you live. Agencies share their rates before care starts, and the first consultation is free.
Which Delaware cities do you serve?
Every Delaware ZIP code. We have local pages for the 4 largest cities, including Wilmington, Dover and Newark.
Is a home care consultation free in Delaware?
Yes. Your first consultation with the home care agency is free, and so is our help finding the agency. There is no obligation to start care.
Let’s find care that feels like home.
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- Free for families
- Free first consultation
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